I know I’m a good cook, but I don’t often say about dishes I make that they’re better than any other version I’ve ever had anytime or anywhere in this entire world in my whole life. I say that about this Pad Thai, however (and that’s saying a lot because I have eaten my fair share of the noodle dish from pretty much every hole in the wall or fancy Thai restaurant in Chicago). I was always intimidated to make this because I thought it would be soooooooo complicated and never as good as my favorite take-out. I was wrong.
Read MoreLemon, White Wine and Fennel Chicken
This dish is a slam dunk, and a really easy one-pot wonder. You’d be hard pressed to find someone who doesn’t enjoy this lemony, garlicky chicken dish served over your choice of pasta or grain. It’s easy enough to make during the week, but the butter gives it a little bit of a weekend decadence feel.
Read More"Better Than Bayless" Chicken Enchiladas
I make this dish for my husband once a year on his birthday (sometimes twice if he’s lucky - on Father’s Day) and he coined it “Better Than [Rick] Bayless” enchiladas. As a cook, there’s no greater compliment than that when talking about homemade Mexican food. Although time consuming, this dish isn’t hard, and it’s well worth the efforts. I usually make the salsa the day before (or a few days) and sometimes even the filling. So on the “big day,” all you have to do is compile the dish. Now pour yourself a margarita and enjoy one of our favorite meals.
Read MoreSweet and Spicy Thai Basil Chicken
This is hands down one of the best dishes I make, and I make a lot of food. Reminiscent of your favorite sweet/spicy dish from any Asian or Thai restaurant, this might actually be better than that (and definitely healthier).
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